Food Service Director

Rose Wood Village at Greenbrier, 500 Greenbrier Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America

At Spring Arbor Senior Living
, we believe that every moment matters. Guided by our values of compassion, respect, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to provide a purposeful journey while celebrating life’s most meaningful moments. Our mission is to listen, care, inspire growth, and cherish every individual in a community where accountability, independence, and wellness are prioritized. With 35 locations across 9 states, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where both residents and team members thrive.

Join us and help make a difference every day!

Food Service Director

Oversee and initiate duties related to food service while supervising food service staff members. Meet all regulatory requirements, health standards, and maintain quality food service within budget. Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents.

Manage

• Supervise and delegate responsibilities to food service staff
• Create and manage work schedule for food service staff
• Complete team member performance evaluations per company schedule
• Interview, select, and train food service team members
• Manage team member relations (e.g. coach, mentor, discipline, handle grievances, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment; ensure food service staff are following health inspection regulations
• Monitor and maintain the budget; ensure it is not exceeded by preparing a spend down sheet
• Function as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage, presenting the community, planning and participating in staff meetings, planning and implementing marketing and community events)

Maintain Supplies

• Determine and order food, supplies and equipment
• Record and supervise the storage of incoming food and supplies
• Maintain kitchenware and equipment

Plan and Prepare Meals/Menus

• Acquire meal options from dietician and plan meals accordingly ensuring portion control and special diet requirements are met
• Prepare meals according to planned menus
• Ensure all foods and supplies are readily available for next meals
• Prepare and distribute menus
• Maintain state required dietary records

Other Duties

• Supervise and participate in cleaning duties
• Meet with residents to acquire menu suggestions and/or complaints
• Assist coworkers with other duties as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary arts degree preferred
• 3-5 years experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or service environment preferred
• Have or obtain CPR and First-Aid certifications, Serv‑Safe certification is required
• Desire to interact with and fulfill the culinary needs of seniors
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
• Ability to relate to residents, families, team members, and vendors in a cooperative and positive manner
• Ability to manage team processes and promote a team environment

Spring Arbor Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Spring Arbor Management is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. It is the policy of Spring Arbor Senior Living to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, veteran's status, or any other conditions or identifications against which discrimination is prohibited.